Identity, Community, and Sexuality in Slash Fan Fiction: Pocket Publics, Anne Kustritz (2023)

Key Points

• Identity and sexuality shape interactions within slash fan fiction communities, fostering unique social dynamics.
• Community engagement is crucial for understanding sexuality in slash narratives, with personal expression at the forefront.
• The analysis draws on various narratives to explore the concept of pocket publics in slash communities.
• These findings highlight the need for deeper research into fan fiction as a site of identity construction and community formation.